ZF Secures Major India City Bus Order for AxTrax 2 LF Electric Axle
Several thousand
20%
360 kW
What Happened
ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions division has received a significant order from a leading OEM in India for its next-generation AxTrax 2 LF electric portal axle. The multi-year agreement covers several thousand units for the Indian market and global exports. Since its debut at Busworld 2023, the axle has delivered up to 20 percent energy savings compared to its predecessor, helping operators cut costs and extend range.
AxTrax 2 LF debuted at Busworld show
First deliveries scheduled under multi-year agreement
“This order highlights ZF’s strength as a trusted partner in advancing zero-emission mobility and reflects the continuing strong global demand for products across all key commercial vehicle domains.”
20%
compared to predecessor
Why this matters
The order signals growing adoption of zero-emission bus technology in India, and the AxTrax 2 LF's 20% energy savings reduces battery costs and increases range for operators.
Terms in This Story
- AxTrax 2 LF
- ZF's next-generation electric portal axle for city buses, integrating propulsion, braking, and suspension.
- Electric portal axle
- A compact axle system that houses an electric motor and is designed for low-floor buses.
- BEV
- Battery electric vehicle, a vehicle powered entirely by electricity stored in batteries.
- TCO
- Total cost of ownership, including purchase, maintenance, and operating costs over the vehicle's lifetime.
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